showroom

noun

show·​room ˈshō-ˌrüm 

-ˌru̇m

: a room where merchandise is exhibited for sale or where samples are displayed

Examples of showroom in a Sentence

The stereo was a showroom model.

Recent Examples on the Web

Companies move parts and vehicles freely across borders, often multiple times before the car is assembled and sent to dealer showrooms. — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026

Bagalkot will oversee brand, growth and performance marketing as Ernesta works to expand its customer base and showroom footprint. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026

Earlier this month, the Hamilton star, 44, and the pregnant Umbrella Academy actress, 37, dropped by the Babylist showroom in Los Angeles and were able to pick out a few items for their baby-to-be. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Back at his showroom a few weeks later, Jacobs appears whole and at peace. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 18 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

showroom

noun

show·​room -ˌrüm 

-ˌru̇m

: a room where merchandise (as new cars) is displayed for sale or where samples are displayed

a carpet showroom